Qualification overview
This annual refresher is part of the Qualsafe Awards (QA) First Aid suite of qualifications. The qualification and learning outcomes are based on the recommendations of:
- The Resuscitation Council (UK)
- A distinguished panel of experts in emergency medical care
The Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) (Annual Refresher):
- Is for people who deal with first aid at work, enabling them to refresh their skills and knowledge as workplace first-aiders under the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981.
- Is based on the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) training standard for delivery of first aid at work (FAW) courses for the purposes of the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981.
The qualification will give learners the confidence to deal with a range of first aid situations. It's designed to help them maintain their skills and keep up to date with any changes to first aid procedures.